1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3710 mm |
